Ashland, The Henry Clay Estate
120 Sycamore Road
Lexington, KY 40502
859-266-8581

Ashland is the 20-acre wooded estate of Henry Clay, a 19th century statesman. Tours are available of the lush estate.

The Arboretum
500 Alumni Drive
Lexington, KY 40503
859-257-6955

Botanical garden showcasing a wide variety of plants, trees, walking and jogging paths, and more.

The Hunt-Morgan House
201 North Mill Street
Lexington, KY 40508
859-253-0362 or 859-233-3290

The Hunt-Morgan House was built in 1814 by John Wesley Hunt, one of Lexington 's most prominent citizens of the early 19th century. The Federal-style house is now a living museum, where visitors can learn about the highly cultured lifestyle of early 19th century Lexington.

Keeneland Race Course
4201 Versailles Road
Lexington, KY 40510
800-456-3412 or 859-254-3412

The Keeneland Race Course is a National Historic Landmark featuring stone fences and buildings and a peaceful setting. Live Thoroughbred racing takes place at Keeneland in April and October.

Lexington Cemetery
833 West Main Street
Lexington, KY 40508
859-255-5522

The Lexington Cemetery is listed in the National Register of Historic Places for landscape design. It is also nationally recognized as one of America 's most beautiful arboretums.

Lexington Brewing Company
401 Cross Street
Lexington, KY 40508
859-887-5180

The Lexington Brewing Company was established in 1794, and the production of Kentucky Ale, Kentucky Light and Kentucky Bourbon Barrel Ale continues today. Visitors are welcome to tour the brew hall viewing area and bottling area. Stop by the gift shop and Irish pub before you leave.

Talon Winery & Vineyards
7086 Tates Creek Road
Lexington, KY 40515
859-971-3214

The Talon Winery and Vineyards sits on 300 acres of rolling Bluegrass farmland. Winery tours feature an inside view of the processing area, the tanks, Kentucky oak-barrels and a state-of-the-art bottling system. The tasting room and gift shop are located in an original 18th century farmhouse.

Churchill Weavers
100 Churchill Drive
Berea, KY 40403
765-442-4700

Churchill Weavers is located about 40 minutes from Lexington and is one of the country's foremost hand weaving studios. Its history dates back to 1922, when it was Berea’s first non-college industry. The loom house tour takes a look at each operation from warping and weaving to the finishing of ladies' accessories, throws and baby blankets.

Equus Run Vineyards & Winery
1280 Moores Mill Road
Midway, KY 40347
859-846-9463

The Equus Run Vineyards is located about 15 minutes from Lexington and features acres of grapevines. The area offers areas for fishing and picnicking, a wine tasting room, a gift shop and more.

Floral Clock
State Capitol Grounds
Frankfort, KY 40601
502-564-3449

The Floral Clock is made up of 10,000 plants and is located on the grounds of the Kentucky State Capitol in Frankfort, about 27 miles west of Lexington.

Fort Boonesborough State Park
4375 Boonesborough Road
Richmond, KY 40475
859-527-3131

The Fort Boonesborough State Park features a reconstruction of the fort built in 1775 by Daniel Boone. Visitors can gain an understanding of early pioneer life through the fort and the park's museum, which tells the story of Daniel Boone and the settlement of the area.

Kentucky Military History Museum
125 East Main Street
Frankfort, KY 40602
502-564-3265

The Kentucky Military History Museum features a collection of weapons, uniforms, flags and photographs dating back to the Civil War. The museum is located 30 minutes from Lexington and features modern day artifacts such as SCUD missile pieces from the Persian Gulf War.

Kentucky State Capitol
700 Capitol Avenue
Frankfort, KY 40601
502-564-3449

The Kentucky State Capitol Building was started in 1905 and completed in 1910. Tours are available of the massive building, located in Frankfort, 27 miles west of Lexington. 

Nannine Clay Wallis Arboretum
616 Pleasant Street
Paris, KY 40361
859-987-6158

The Nannine Clay Wallis Arboretum is a seven-acre site that features one hundred varieties of trees, two fish pools, a rose garden and numerous flowering plants. The arboretum is located 18 miles north of Lexington.

Wild Turkey Distillery
1525 Tyrone Road
Lawrenceburg, KY 40342
502-839-4544

In 1893, whiskey from the Wild Turkey Distillery was selected from more than 400 whiskeys to represent Kentucky at the World's Fair. That same 101-proof Wild Turkey bourbon is still made here today. Tours are available of the fermentation and bottling areas and timbered warehouses.

Lexington Livery Carriage Company
171 Saunier Avenue
Lexington, KY 40507
859-259-0000

Take a tour in a horse-drawn carriage in the evening – weather permitting. Call for times and pricing.

The Lexington Opera House
401 West Short Street
Lexington, KY 40507
859-233-4567

This is the home stage for “Broadway Live” and many other local artists. Call for schedule.

The Red Mile Harness Track
1200 Red Mile Road
Lexington, KY 40504
859-255-0752

This is the oldest racetrack in Lexington. It dates back to 1875. The largest outdoor Saddlebred horse show in the nation is held here each Summer. Tour takes approximately 2 hours.

University of Kentucky Art Museum
Singletary Center for the Arts
Corner of Rose Street & Euclid Avenue
Lexington, KY 40506
859-257-5716

The Singletary Center for the Arts houses this unique arts museum. They have a permanent collection and special traveling exhibits.

Buffalo Trace Distillery
1001 Wilkinson Boulevard
Frankfort, KY 40601
800-654-8471 or 502-696-5926

This is one of America’s oldest operating distilleries. Named Distillery of the Year in 2005 by Whiskey Magazine. Be sure to try Buffalo Trace Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey!

Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill
3501 Lexington Road
Harrodsburg, KY 40330
800-734-5611 or 859-734-5411

This is the largest restored Shaker community. It is comprised of 2,900 acres of farmland and more than 30 restored 19th century buildings. You can tour the community and see artifacts, learn how crafts were made, and more. There also offer an array of special music and dance performances.

Old Kentucky Chocolates
450 Southland Drive
Lexington, KY 40503
859-278-4444 or 800-786-0579

Candy has been made here for more than 35 years. They are best known for their Bourbon Chocolates and Bourbon Cherries – both made with 100-proof Jim Beam Kentucky Bourbon.

Farmers’ Markets
859-608-2655 or 859-328-2401

Held at different locations, they offer fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, jams, jellies, honey, and other Kentucky specialties. Call for exact locations.

Jean Farris Winery
6825 Old Richmond Road
Lexington, KY 40515
859-263-9463

Tour the establishment, taste test the wine, and even buy your favorite to go with your dinner! They offer The Bistro for lunch and dinner Monday through Friday and brunch and dinner on Saturday.

Waveland State Historic Site
225 Waveland Museum Road
Lexington, KY 40514
859-272-3611

1847 Greek Revival house that offers tours that focus on Joseph Bryan and grand-nephew Daniel Boone and their families and lives on a 19th century Kentucky plantation.